Strength For Life: Hyrox, Rest Week and How Quickly To Progress In Strength Training | Ep. 19

In this episode, Dr. Matt and Nicole recap their recent Hyrox race—what went well, what surprised them, and the key training lessons they’re taking forward.  They also break down how those lessons are shaping their training focus for the upcoming quarter. The dive into our most recent Benchmark Week, discussing how clients tested their strength, conditioning, and movement—and what those results actually mean for long-term progress. A major part of the conversation centers on rate of progression in strength training: what’s normal for new lifters, how progress changes as someone becomes intermediate or advanced, and why understanding this prevents frustration and burnout. They also cover rest and recovery programming, including: How often you should take time off from strength training What a “week off” should actually look like Why rest is part of progress, not a setback Finally, they share a few exciting things on the horizon for 2026 and how they’ll continue to elevate the training experience for our community.